Nairobi Grooves opens November with Gweth, from Onyach Pala’s second studio project. The Dholuo word (local language) for blessings sets the tone for a playlist that moves between gratitude, love, ambition and experimentation. This edition also features new collaborations, regional connections and producers shaping Kenya’s current sound. From Vic West’s production work on records by…
Nairobi Grooves ends October with a selection of music that captures the range of sounds coming out of Kenya and its wider creative community. This edition moves between hip-hop, Afropop, R&B, Afrohouse, electronic music and contemporary Kenyan sounds. It also brings together established names, emerging artists and collaborations that connect different parts of the East…
In the dynamic and ever-evolving pulse of East African music, where tradition and innovation seamlessly intertwine, one name is rising above the rest: Afamefuna. A multi-talented Kenyan-Nigerian executive producer, sound engineer, and A&R now based in Brooklyn, Afamefuna has swiftly captured the attention of the global music scene. With the release of his debut EP…
East Africa is a rich tapestry of musical soul and cultural heritage, with Kenya embodying a vast, untapped well of artistic expression. Beneath the surface lies a host of Kenyan musicians whose work rivals that of any mainstream act.
Kenyan hip-hop stars Asum Garvey and Dr. Reign unveiled their highly anticipated joint album, ‘Awesum Reign: The Stance,’ to a packed house at the Mageuzi Hub in Nairobi, in partnership with Martell Blue Swift, Mageuzi Hub, Baze Radio and Cosmo Lounge.
Arrow Bwoy stuns with his latest EP dubbed ‘Water & Wine’, released on 14/06/2024, a unique collection of heartfelt, captivating lyrics and playful rhythms. Join us on this musical journey as we dive into the stories Arrow Bwoy brings to life through his ‘Water & Wine’ EP. The EP, which released in June, is a…
